SEL 0945 - Introduction to Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation

This course is an introductory, technique laboratory course for instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM). Students will learn the history, scientific (anatomical and physiological) reasons, and the many variations of the instruments/IASTM. Students will also learn, through demonstrations and hand-on laboratory sessions, the basic strokes of various body regions. Indications, contraindications and potential adverse effects of IASTM will also be discussed. Hands-on application using the instrument will be stressed.

Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 0
Total Hours: 15

Credits: 1
Prerequisites: PH 0312, CP0312
Corequisites: None
Repeatable (# of times)
0
Grade Type
Pass/No Pass